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Consumers warned over credit card cheques

20 November 2008

Credit cards — Consumers are being urged to avoid using credit card cheques as a quick fix solution when they do not have cash available and to use them as a last resort.

Abbey offers £100 bonus to new current account consumers

20 November 2008

Current accounts — Abbey is offering a £100 bonus to consumers who transfer their salary and direct debits to its limited edition current account before December 15th.

Global broadband users reach 400 million

20 November 2008

Broadband — There are now 400 million broadband users around the globe, according to a new report by the analyst firm Point Topic.

UK 'leading the way' on digital TV take-up

20 November 2008

Digital TV — The UK is leading the way when it comes to the take-up of digital TV around the globe, according to a new report by the communications regulator Ofcom.

Current accounts 'running dry before payday'

19 November 2008

Current accounts — As rising living costs continue to put a squeeze on disposable incomes, many consumers are seeing their current accounts run dry before they receive their next pay packet.

Government review 'could open up the water market'

19 November 2008

Water — The government has launched a review that could pave the way for supermarkets and other companies to sell water to consumers.

German firm to launch scented credit cards

19 November 2008

Credit cards — A German electronics manufacturer is to launch a new range of scented credit cards which will be available in various fragrances.

Cashback credit cards 'could boost festive spending power'

19 November 2008

Credit cards — Consumers could boost their spending power this Christmas by using a credit card that offers cashback and other rewards, it has been claimed.

Digital TV 'aids childhood development'

19 November 2008

Digital TV — Digital TV can have a positive influence on childhood development, according to a report by expert psychologist Dr Tanya Byron.

Recession could delay BT's broadband plans

18 November 2008

Broadband — The looming recession could delay the plans outlined by BT to deliver super-fast broadband to millions of UK homes over the next few years.

Over-50s urged to examine their current accounts

18 November 2008

Current accounts — Britain's over-50s are being urged to examine their current accounts to ensure they are making the most of their money.

Wessex Water named best performing water and sewerage company

18 November 2008

Water — Industry regulator Ofwat has named Wessex Water as the best performing water and sewerage company in England and Wales.

Tories propose energy bill crackdown

18 November 2008

Gas & electricity — The Conservative Party has promised to ban gas and electricity providers from charging a premium to customers on pre-payment meters if they are elected into government.

Motorists urged not to leave satnav marks on windscreens

18 November 2008

Car insurance — Motorists are being urged not to leave marks on their windscreens when removing satellite navigation devices, as thieves may spot them and break in looking for the gadget.

Carphone mulls over TalkTalk spin-off

17 November 2008

Broadband — Carphone Warehouse is reportedly considering a de-merger of its broadband operation TalkTalk to release value for shareholders.

Scottish government calls for VAT holiday on energy

17 November 2008

Gas & electricity — The Scottish government is urging the chancellor to temporarily scrap VAT on gas and electricity bills to help households this winter.

Gas and electricity companies 'profiting from the poor'

17 November 2008

Gas & electricity — Gas and electricity suppliers make over £500 million extra each year from customers on pre-payment meters, it has been claimed.

SIM-only deals 'growing in popularity'

17 November 2008

Mobile phones — There has been an increase in the number of consumers choosing SIM card only deals for their mobile phones, according to the chief executive of T-Mobile.

RIAS launches new car insurance product

17 November 2008

Car insurance — The over-50s insurance provider RIAS has launched a new protection product that will be sold as an additional benefit when customers take out car insurance policies.

Drivers admit to making 'guilt trips'

14 November 2008

Car insurance — British motorists are making more than 34 million car trips under one kilometre every year, which is contributing to global warming and may be causing unnecessary wear and tear to their vehicles.



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